Zubac controls the paint, using his sturdy frame and strength to dominate the boards — on both ends of the floor. Thanks to his physical features and a willingness to get his hands dirty, the 7 ...

Ivica Zubac can fly under the radar on a team with James Harden and Kawhi Leonard, but watch Clippers games and you quickly see why they were +5.1 per 100 possessions better with him on the court ...

The LA Clippers have a Defensive Player of the Year candidate, and it's Ivica Zubac. Although he didn't make the All-Star team, he's overdue to be recognized defensively.

Zubac amassed 16 points (8-18 FG), 14 rebounds, three assists and one block over 39 minutes during Friday's 105-95 win over New York.